Results List
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The Over 50s in a Changing Ireland
Source: The Irish Longitudinal Study on Ageing
More than one third of people over 50 in the Republic of Ireland are obese, with a further 45 per cent overweight, according to the second report of results from The Irish Longitudinal Study on Ageing (TILDA). The report outlines additional health challenges faced by…
Resource type: Research Report
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Building Palliative Care: The Cicely Saunders Institute Journey
Source: Olivia Dix and the Cicely Saunders Institute
This case study looks at the work of the Cicely Saunders Institute (CSI) at Kings College London, U.K, and its impact on the field of palliative care since it was established in 2010; Atlantic was its largest funder. The Cicely Saunders Institute is the only…
Resource type: Case Study
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Highlights from the Elev8 Learning Institute, April 21- 23, 2010
The Institute is a learning opportunity for Elev8 stakeholders, designed to draw from and build on the deep experiences and expertise of all participants to strengthen Elev8 services, advocacy and community organizing efforts. The video showcases highlights from the conference that took place from April…
Resource type: Video
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Ageing, Health and Conflict: An Investigation of the Experience and Health Impact of ‘Troubles-Related’ Trauma
Source: Bamford Centre for Mental Health and Wellbeing and the Northern Ireland Centre for Trauma & Transformation Trust
Some older people in Northern Ireland who had traumatic experiences during the violent “Troubles” are still suffering 30 to 40 years later from mental health conditions, according to new research. This study examined the experience and impact of ‘Troubles-related’ trauma among individuals aged 45 and older.…
Resource type: Research Report
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The Role of Migrant Care Workers in Ageing Societies: Report on Research Findings in the U.K., Ireland, Canada and the U.S.
Source: International Organization for Migration
Migrants play an increasingly significant role in caring for the elderly due to a growing number of older people and declining domestic labour supplies, according to this report in the IOM Migration Research Series. It examines the demand for migrant care workers; compares the experiences…
Resource type: Research Report
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Older and Bolder Presents Report ‘Ageing, the Demographic Dividend and Work’
This video was recorded at the launch of the report commissioned by Older & Bolder and compiled by Professor Des O’Neill at Buswells Hotel, Dublin 2 on 10th May 2010.
Resource type: Video
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Paraprofessional Healthcare Institute
Direct-care workers ensure quality elder care and disability services for millions of Americans, yet often do not have their own health coverage. The Health Care for Health Care Workers (HCHCW) campaign is addressing this challenge. HCHCW raises awareness of the lack of coverage and its…
Resource type: Grantee Story
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Striking the Rights Chord: Perspectives on Advancement from Human Rights Organisations in South Africa
Source: Inyathelo: The South African Institute for Advancement
When a major funder exits a field, its absence can sometimes prove extremely challenging to the civil society organisations it has supported. As a limited life foundation, The Atlantic Philanthropies are supporting projects to contribute to a growing body of knowledge that positions nonprofit organisations…
Resource type: Research Report
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Ireland’s First Centre of Expertise in Geriatric Care
Doctors, researchers and clinical staff at the Centre on Excellence in Ageing at St. James’s Hospital in Dublin are well on their way to changing the care of older people in Ireland. Only two years old, the Centre, led by Dr. Rose Anne Kenny, is…
Resource type: Grantee Story
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Ageing in Place with Dignity
Source: Amelia AR Murphy, PhD
This report presents the New Mexico Aging & Long-Term Services Department’s policy recommendations to advance the goal of elder economic security in the state, provide a continuum of home and community-based social and health services that meet the needs of older people, and maximise their…
Resource type: Research Report